MADRID, SPAIN - JUNE 4: Roof of Circulo de Bellas Artes  in Madrid, Spain

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Círculo de Bellas Artes

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For some of Madrid’s best views, take the lift to the 7th floor of the ‘Fine Arts Circle’. You can almost reach out and touch the glorious dome of the Edificio Metrópolis and otherwise take in Madrid in all its finery, including the distant mountains. Two bars, lounge music and places to recline add to the experience. Downstairs, the centre has exhibitions, concerts, short films and book readings. There’s also a fine belle-époque cafe on the ground floor.

Transportation

  • metro: Banco de España, Sevilla

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